Education Birmingham-Southern College to close doors on May 31 after financial struggles BSC has been a cornerstone in Birmingham for over 100 years, contributing significantly to the local economy. Bill Britt1 hour ago
State ABLE Savings Plan launches to help those with disabilities gain financial independence ABLE covers a variety of expenses, from medical costs to education, assistive technology, service animals, housing, transportation and more. StaffMay 19, 2021
State Learn how to “Kick The Gas” at Drive Electric Earth Day EVent Electric vehicle owners will show off their vehicles Saturday from 8 a.m. until noon. StaffMay 19, 2021
Governor Judge dismisses lawsuit seeking to block Gov. Kay Ivey’s prison construction plan The judge dismissed the lawsuit on grounds that defendants have "sovereign immunity" and the allegations failed on legal merit. Eddie BurkhalterMay 18, 2021
State Alabama launches app to accelerate COVID-19 public health response Access to this secure mobile app-based platform is now available free of charge to all healthcare organizations and professionals across the state. StaffMay 18, 2021
State Alabama League of Municipalities elects new president, vice president Opelika Mayor Gary Fuller was elected president and Tuskegee Mayor Lawrence F. “Tony” Haygood Jr. was elected vice president. StaffMay 18, 2021
Governor Gov. Kay Ivey signs medical marijuana bill into law The law will allow doctors to prescribe medical marijuana for certain conditions, and establishes a regulatory commission. Eddie BurkhalterMay 17, 2021
State Alabama congressmen honor law enforcement during National Police Week Members of Alabama's congressional delegation saluted the dedication and sacrifice of America’s law enforcement officers. Brandon MoseleyMay 14, 2021
Health CDC: Fully vaccinated people can skip masks, social distancing, with exceptions The CDC said full vaccinated people can remove masks indoors and outdoors, no matter the crowd size. Eddie BurkhalterMay 13, 2021
Health Alabama opens Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine to ages 12 to 15 Public health officials urge parents to get their children 12 and up vaccinated to ease a return to school next year and prevent outbreaks. Eddie BurkhalterMay 13, 2021
Public safety Birmingham man, 67, convicted of child pornography possession Val Page Jr. will spend a year in prison and then be put on probation. Brandon MoseleyMay 13, 2021